Wow, who'd thought it. An underground film that has a pop star in it is an advertisement to lameness. Fortunately, this one is the exception.The story and the casting here are very similar to "American Pie", but better written. Despite some predictable scenes like the two old girls in the bar, the film is most of the time surprising and we don't know what's gonna happen next. These boys face lots of situations that are possible (and funny), like the naughty girl daughter of the farmer. That scene was hilarious, a la Scary Movie.Thumbs up for Shawn Roberts and Mayko Nguyen who really do their best to get in this film's mood. And congratulations for the writer - I really found the plot very entertaining.

Like others have said before me, this movie follows the route of Road Trip, American Pie, previous National Lampoon movies plus a dash of Overnight Delivery. The characters followed a stock formula: the Nice Good Guy, the Goofball/Nerd, the Arrogant Jerk. Throw in some horny or scantily clad ladies. The romantic subplot became obvious from a mile away. There was a lot of sexual innuendo and some gratuitous nudity. The thing is this formula doesn't win Oscars, but it's usually funny. Going the Distance isn't a bad way to spend an hour and a half, and as far as National Lampoon movies go, it's far funnier than the wretched Adam & Eve.

This movie might as well have been called "Canadian Road Trip" as it follows "Road Trip" almost to the letter. Starting with the characters: the romantic lead, the pot-hungry friend, and the party-crazed, loud friend. All three take off on an adventure to save the lead's relationship. Along the way, they lose their vehicle, run out of money, the loud, party guy takes it in the corn-hole and enjoys it, the pot-smoker gives dope to an old man, and in the end, the main character ends up breaking up with the girlfriend to be with the other girl. There's even a point where a fire extinguisher is set off.All that being said, I liked "Road trip" and also enjoyed this movie. Some fresh jokes thrown in with some of the oldest laughs ever. The farmer's daughter bit at first I thought was going to be dumb, but it turned out to be worth a good laugh. And the hippie parents were a riot. Cameos don't overly impress me in any movie, but if you're into cameos, then the appearances of Avril, GOB, Swollen Members, and George Whatever-his-name-is from Much music should satisfy your need for celebrities in this film.With the film makers obviously trying to show the diversity of Canada's landscape and lifestyles. Starting with the west coast beaches, the prairie carnival, the Montreal strip club, and "floggin' fish and chips" in Newfoundland. And for the back-drop, everything from The Rockies to icebergs. I have to say, it's nice for once to watch a movie where the settings are familiar to me. Seeing places that I've actually been to locally.If you wanna good laugh and not have to think too hard, then this is one that you'll wanna see.

I was honestly expecting this film to be a dud, then I started watching it. This movie was a genuinely funny, racy, Canadian good time. As a Canadian, I am glad that our films are finally getting better. Our films were sort of stale into the early 90's. Now, with the success of films like Exotica, Ginger Snaps, and others, Canadian film is emerging refreshingly new and original. The filmmakers as well as the actors are portraying Canada with more art, skill and honesty. Going the Distance was a really good film in my opinion. The story was intriguing, the actors were easy on the eyes, and the movie flowed very well to the inevitable conclusion. It's good to watch a Canadian film so funny and enjoyable. To any Canadian I totally recommend this film. To the rest of you out there, this film is still enjoyable no matter where you're from. Enjoy!